OMG! (#9)

7/10/2019

*insert drum roll*
I am officially CANCER FREE!!!!!!!

F*** YOU stage 4 Hodgkin's lymphoma! You messed with the wrong girl, and you lost this battle.

I have never been happier to write a blog post. There is so much that I want to say, but words seem to be escaping me right now. I want to thank every single one of you from the bottom of my heart for all your love, support, positive thoughts, prayers, and healing vibes. I have graciously received them, and they made all the difference. These last couple months have been the hardest of my life, but your kinds words of encouragement and love have made it so much easier for me. I will appreciate it for the rest of my long life. I am overjoyed to share this news with you.

I want to thank my amazing oncologist from Overlook (you know who you are) for being the most grounding, supportive, caring, not to mention smart doctor that I ever could have asked for. Thank you for taking care of me. I mean really taking care of me. My family has relied on you for information, emotional support, and overall sanity. I also want to thank my incredible oncologist from MSKCC. You have made my team complete and have been essential to my recovery. Without you and your dedication to Hodgkin's research, I wouldn't be thriving today. I will always be grateful for the both of you.

Although this is wonderful news, unfortunately I have to undergo preventative chemotherapy treatment (AVD) for the next 4 months. If all goes well, I should be done with treatment a week before my 21st birthday in October. Please continue to send your healing vibes my way. Before I forget, I want to mention that I will still be posting articles and videos on my blog. There is so much more that I desire to write about, and I want to continue to document my treatments over the next couple months.

Just a quick reminder to never take your life for granted. Trust me--you'll appreciate more, empathize more, and simply be happier. Do things that make you happy and relaxed. Your mental health should be one of your main priorities if it isn't already. Eat. Just eat. Be kind to yourself. You can be your best friend or your worst enemy. Choose wisely.

All my love,

Lia

8 Comments

Mom

7/10/2019 09:42:53 pm

Take that Hodgkin’s. You met your match. So many people love you, Lia. Keep striving for your best life.

Denise

7/10/2019 09:47:36 pm

You are truly an amazing young woman. So glad to hear that you are doing so well. Stay strong♥️

Joan Pearlman

7/10/2019 10:11:33 pm

Yahoo! FU Hodgkins. I hope you learned NEVER to mess with Lia!

Rena Capri

7/10/2019 10:12:54 pm

Woohoo! So amazing, just like you! Yes, I think you should continue your blog because it’ll help many people who are dealing with a difficult situation. Continue to be strong Lia and continue to tell people to get outside and ignore gadgets and enjoy life!

Dad

7/11/2019 06:56:22 am

I still don't know where you learned such language...well....i guess I do. Your Mom! Way to go Lia and let's finish this treatment for good. Agree on the shoutouts to Dr. Guerin and her team at Overlook and Dr. Kumar and her team at MSK.

Johannah

7/11/2019 01:39:40 pm

Hurray Lia!!! Your amazing news made my week!! I’m sure the chemo helped, but I personally think the mac and cheese played a big role too :)
Hugs!
Johannah

Jeanine

7/11/2019 07:58:31 pm

Hi Lia you don’t know me but I went to St Johns with your mom and dad and was on the swim team. I’ve been praying for you and will continue to do so. You are an inspiration! Keep on keeping on! 🎉❤️💪🏻

Tracy Stevenson

7/16/2019 11:32:37 pm

Lia!!! I’m SO happy for you and for your family! Praise God! Prayers and your amazing positive attitude are very powerful. You are so strong and brave. And so wise. I’m also impressed with your skilled writing. Ten years ago my sister-in-law survived a rare breast cancer (inflammatory breast cancer) that very few women survive. Doctors believe that it was her extremely positive attitude that played a huge part in her recovery. She is still well and has been asked by doctors to speak at conferences on her experience. I think you would be a great inspirational speaker. Love and continued prayers to you as you finish your treatment. Love, Tracy

I'm Lia. This is my Hodgkin's journey.

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